
Kartik Purnima
A holy day celebrated on the full moon day of the Kartik month, associated with various legends including the Samudra Manthan.

A holy day celebrated on the full moon day of the Kartik month, associated with various legends including the Samudra Manthan.

Also known as Murugan, the god of war, son of Shiva and Parvati.

A one-day festival where married women fast from sunrise to moonrise for the safety and longevity of their husbands.

Developed by Vasugupta and Abhinavagupta (9th-10th centuries CE), Kashmir Shaivism teaches that Consciousness (Shiva) is the sole reality. It presents a dynamic view of absolute consciousness, which manifests the universe through its power (Shakti) in a process of self-recognition.

The largest cultural festival for school students in Asia, showcasing various arts and cultural performances in Kerala.

A harvest festival celebrated on the full moon night of Ashwin month, associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi.